Pathology Assistant
UHS
Summary
The Pathology Assistant is responsible for the receipt, examination, dissection, and documentation of surgical specimens while ensuring the accuracy, quality, and efficiency of laboratory processes. This role requires advancing knowledge of disease processes to manage specimens of varying complexity, preparing and processing samples, assisting with autopsies, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to all safety and quality standards. The Pathology Assistant plays a critical role in supporting timely and accurate diagnostic results that contribute to patient care and performs other duties as assigned.
Job description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Includes performing all technical aspects in receiving, dissection and dictating surgical specimens.
- Individuals must expand their knowledge of the disease process to master specimens of increasing complexity and to prepare and process samples, assist in autopsies, maintain laboratory equipment, and ensure all procedures adhere to strict safety and quality standards.
- Responsible for ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency of specimens for timely results for patient care.
- Other Duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
- Certification with National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory (ASCP)
- Ongoing maintenance of ASCP certification every three years
- Successful completion of annual competency examination from College of American Pathologists administered by facility laboratory director
Benefits
- Retention Bonus Program
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Tuition Savings
- Pet Insurance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.